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Council approves Southbridge Crossing plat, clearing way for Chick‑fil‑A site and roundabout coordination
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Summary
A two‑lot plat for Southbridge Crossing (4.43 acres) was approved, enabling a 5,200 sq. ft. Chick‑fil‑A on a 3.2‑acre lot; staff said mature trees along County Road 21 were preserved and the roundabout design accounts for the site’s driveway and queuing.
The Shakopee City Council on Feb. 17 approved the preliminary and final plat for Southbridge Crossing Sixth Edition, a 4.43‑acre subdivision that will create a 3.2‑acre lot for a 5,200‑square‑foot Chick‑fil‑A restaurant and a 1.23‑acre lot for a future user.
Planner Mr. Svota (presenting) said the site, at Old Carriage Road and Old Carriage Court North, is zoned B‑1 Highway Business and guided for mixed‑use commercial center development under the comprehensive plan. He told the council the former Best Buy building was removed for redevelopment, that mature trees along County Road 21 were preserved during demolition, and that Chick‑fil‑A has applied for building permits and plans a double drive‑thru layout.
The council asked about parking and access. Planner staff said the second lot will provide its own parking and will not rely on shared parking with Chick‑fil‑A. City engineer Alex Jordan said the roundabout alignment was designed with the Chick‑fil‑A driveway in mind and that worst‑case queuing from the roundabout will not block site access.
Councilor Lara moved to adopt Resolution R2026-14 approving the plat; Councilor Contreras seconded the motion and the council approved it. Planning staff noted the planning commission voted 6‑0 in favor of the plat on Feb. 5.
The approved plat subdivides the property into Lot 1 (Chick‑fil‑A, 3.2 acres) and Lot 2 (1.23 acres for future development) and requires future building permits and coordination with county road work for the nearby roundabout and access points.
Council members also thanked staff for preserving the mature trees on the site.
